Doughton Park: Bluff Ridge Primitive and Grassy Gap Fire Road Hike

Type of Outing: Hike
Miles: 13.5
Elevation Gain: 2800ft
Difficulty: Strenuous

Come join me on Saturday June 7 for this strenuous climb that splits directly upwards through the heart of Doughton Park. This arduous climb will begin on Longbottom Rd at 9:00am and will lead us onwards and upwards to the peak of Bluff Mountain where we will enjoy a surreal view of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.

Please bring at least two liters of water, lunch and a snack. We will have four stream crossings along Grassy Gap, so I highly recommend trekking poles to help with the crossings.

We'll have a snack at the shelter atop Bluff Mountain and lunch somewhere along the Bluff Mountain trail heading towards Grassy Gap. We will descend via the gentle downhill of Grassy Gap and return to our cars. After this hike, I plan to hold a social hour for a crisp trail-cap at the Railyard in downtown Elkin. I look forward to this memorable climb with you all!